NCCE Maker Camp 2018

NCCE’s Maker Camp returns with two sessions in August 2018! After last summer’s sold-outprogram, we will be expanding our offering to provide even better experiences for participants. You will spend two days at the beautiful Pack Forest Conference Center in Eatonville, Washington (just 90 minutes from Seattle) working with experienced Maker educators and immersing yourself into fun and exciting activities. Rustic cabin lodging anddelicious meals are included in the registration fee. Credit and Clock Hours available.Introduction to MakerspacesWhen: August 7-8 (10am August 7 through 3pm August 8)Who: Educators wanting to learn more about setting up Makerspaces in their classrooms, schools orafterschool programs. Various levels, either starting from scratch or discovering the possibilities large and small, are welcome.Why: Makerspaces are springing up in classrooms and libraries throughout the Northwest. They can range from simple stations for building with cardboard and duct tape up to high-tech labs. If you are starting new, you can learn the tips and tricks to launch your program. If you are already implementing a Makerspace, you can learn new tricks and share your learning with new colleagues!Leave this camp armed with ready-to-go activities and ideas.What: Highlights include:

Why Makerspaces can drive powerful learning

Tips and tricks for starting and managing a Makerspace

Makerspaces on the Cheap and Low-Tech

Creating and Programming the BBC Microbit

Getting Started with Arduino

3D Printing

LEGO Robotics

Using Design Thinking in your Makerspace

And more!

Taking Your Makerspace to the Next LevelWhen: August 9-10 (10am August 9 through 3pm August 10)Who: Educators wanting to explore more challenging (and interesting!) Makerspace options to use in their classrooms, schools or afterschool programs.Why: Some Makerspace options are more technical in nature and require more time to explore effectively. This session will let participants dive more deeply into these exciting options.What: Highlights include:

FeesSingle camp: $425: Includes four meals and one night’s lodging at Pack ForestBoth camps: $925: This includes an extra night of lodging for the evening of the 8th, as well as dinner on the 8th and breakfast on 9th, for a total of three night's lodging and ten meals. Those booking both camps will also enjoy an extra night of social learning with the instructors on the evening of the 8th!